Massey Ferguson 596 Specs ( 2006-2010 )
Overview
The Massey Ferguson 596 is a utility farm tractor produced in Brazil between 2006 and 2010, featuring a 4.4L 4-cylinder turbocharged Perkins diesel engine. It was available in both 2WD and 4WD configurations with options for a foldable ROPS, a low-profile variant, or a climate-controlled cab.
Ideal Applications
Engine and PTO Performance:
The Perkins 1104C-44T engine delivers a gross 99 hp, and Nebraska Tractor Test 1852 recorded a maximum PTO power of 91.66 hp with a fuel consumption rate of 5.4 gallons per hour.
Transmission and Mechanical Layout:
The drivetrain consists of a 12-speed partial sync transmission with 12 forward and 4 reverse gears, a 330mm dry disc clutch, and planetary final drives.
Hydraulic and Hitch Capacity:
Equipped with an open center hydraulic system providing a total flow of 25 gpm, the tractor features a Type II rear hitch with a lift capacity of 4,199 lbs at 24 inches.
Production
| Description | Utility tractor / Built in Brazil |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Massey Ferguson |
Engine
| Engine type | Perkins 4.4L 4-cyl diesel |
|---|---|
| Fuel tank | 27.7 gal (104.8 L) |
| Air cleaner | dual paper elements |
| Bore/Stroke | 4.134x5.00 inches (105 x 127 mm) |
| Compression | 18.2:1 |
| Description | Perkins 1104C-44T / turbocharged diesel / 4-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 268.6 ci (4.4 L) |
| Power (gross) | 99 hp (73.8 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2200 |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Engine (gross) | 99 hp (73.8 kW) |
| PTO (claimed) | 85 hp (63.4 kW) |
| PTO (tested) | 91.66 hp (68.4 kW) |
Transmission
| Clutch | 330mm dry disc |
|---|---|
| Gears | 12 forward and 4 reverse |
| Transmission | partial sync |
| Transmission type | 12-speed |
Mechanical
| Cab | Two-post foldable ROPS. Cab optional with air-conditioning. |
|---|---|
| Description | Power steering / Independent hydraulic wet disc brakes |
| Drive type | Two- or four-wheel drive |
| Final drives | planetary |
Hydraulics
| Pump flow | 17 gpm (64.3 lpm) |
|---|---|
| Total flow | 25 gpm (94.6 lpm) |
| Type | open center |
| Valves | 2 or 3 |
Hitch
| Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 4,199 lbs (1904 kg) |
|---|---|
| Rear Type | II |
PTO
| Rear PTO | independent |
|---|---|
| Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |
Electrical
| Battery volts | 12 |
|---|---|
| Ground | negative |
Dimensions & Tires
| 2WD Front tread | 54.7 to 78.3 inches (138 to 198 cm) |
|---|---|
| 2WD Wheelbase | 90.2 inches (229 cm) |
| 4WD Front tread | 66.1 to 83.5 inches (167 to 212 cm) |
| 4WD Wheelbase | 93.7 inches (237 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 13.8 inches (35 cm) |
| Length | 142.8 inches (2WD) (362 cm) |
| Rear tread | 64 to 88.1 inches (162 to 223 cm) |
| Width | 83.7 inches (212 cm) |
| 2WD Rear tire | 18.4-30 |
| 2WD Wheelbase | 90.2 inches (229 cm) |
| 4WD Wheelbase | 93.7 inches (237 cm) |
| Front tire | 10.00-16 |
| Weight | 6812 to 8385 pounds |
| 2WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 10.00-16. Rear: 18.4-30 |
| 4WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 13.6-24. Rear: 18.4-30 |
Massey Ferguson 596 Height
| Cab | 106.5 inches (270 cm) |
|---|---|
| LP | 101.5 inches (257 cm) |
| ROPS | 100.5 inches (255 cm) |
Massey Ferguson 596 Weight
| 2WD cab Shipping | 7562 lbs (3430 kg) |
|---|---|
| 2WD ROPS Shipping | 6812 lbs (3089 kg) |
| 4WD cab Shipping | 8025 lbs (3640 kg) |
| 4WD ROPS Operating | 8385 lbs (3803 kg) |
| 4WD ROPS Shipping | 7275 lbs (3299 kg) |
Nebraska Tractor Test 1852
| Description | Diesel 12-speed 4WDJune 22 - 23, 2005Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1852 file / PTO performance |
|---|---|
| Fuel use | 5.4 gal/hour (20.4 l/hour) / 5.4 gal/hour (20.4 l/hour) / 5.1 gal/hour (19.3 l/hour) |
| Max power | 91.66 hp (68.4 kW) |
| Power at rated engine speed | 87.61 hp (65.3 kW) |
| Power at rated PTO speed | 90.37 hp (67.4 kW) |
Variants
| 596LP | low-profile |
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